249. Victorian Narcos: Doomed Envoy to China (Ep 3)
Empire
Journey to Jehol: A Diplomatic Prelude
This chapter explores a British envoy's challenging expedition to China, contrasting the natural beauty of Jehol with the realities of imperial diplomacy. As they navigate treacherous terrain and grapple with their expectations and the unknowns of their mission, tension mounts, foreshadowing complications ahead.
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